Head of Recruiting & HR

Human Resources
Admin/Employee Relations (1620)
The City of Stockton is seeking a well-organized, respected, and energetic professional, with an understanding of the importance of quality service in local government, to serve as its next Director of Human Resources. The Director of Human Resources leads the City's workforce strategy, advancing departmental goals while furthering the City's broader mission within established policy guidelines. This is a role of both strategic oversight and hands-on leadership, delivering the full range of human resources functions across the organization including:

Labor & Employee Relations
Talent Acquisition & Equal Employment
Staff Supervision & Culture
Regulatory & Policy Stewardship

Possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university with major course work in business or public administration, industrial relations, human resources management or a closely related field; and five years of experience in all phases of human resources management and/or supervision with a minimum of three years in a local public agency setting. The annual salary range for the Director of Human Resources is $186,169 - $259,243; The City also offers an attractive benefits package including CalPERS retirement.
Interested candidates should apply immediately by sending a comprehensive resume, a compelling cover letter, and notable accomplishments to References are not required at the time of submittal, and no contact will be made with references or current employers until a mutual interest has been established to ensure the utmost confidentiality.
Questions, nominations, and confidential inquiries regarding this position or the recruitment process should be addressed to: Ian Appleyard, Project Director at View phone number on click.appcast.io or by submitting an email to Alternatively, a confidential discussion can be scheduled with Ian Appleyard by emailing